Sanctuary Functional Medicine

03/24/2026

New blog: Stressed Parents, Struggling Kids, The Overlooked Link to Childhood Obesity. Discover how parental stress can ripple into children’s health and practical steps to reduce risk. Read the full post: https://shorturl.at/liTBg

Key takeaways: stress management matters for the whole family, small habit changes help, and support is available.

03/20/2026

They added the a dash of vinegar and some extra black pepper to his diet in order to make him a fancy potato chip.

03/20/2026

In a study of over 800,000 children out of England, myocarditis/pericarditis occurred only in those "vaccinated" for COVID19, and though "vaccination" lowered COVID19 hospitalization rates, the rate was very low and no deaths occurred in either group from COVID19 infections. This study from 2021 also indicated that efficacy of the so-called vaccine faded at 14-15 weeks. With other such large studies confirming a myocarditis/pericarditis risk and the fact that we are likely missing mild cases of these heart conditions, why are some still encouraging "vaccination" against COVID in young children. The rates of adverse effects are likely much higher given the anecdotal data we glean from self-reports. Let's wake up America. Stop making America Unhealth Again!

We assessed the safety and effectiveness of the first- and second-dose BNT162b2 COVID-19 vaccination, offered as part of the national COVID-19 vaccine roll-out from September 2021, in children and adolescents in England. Our observational study ...

03/18/2026

New blog: The Hidden Link Between Childhood Trauma and Chronic Pain: A concise read (3 min) that explores how adverse childhood experiences can shape long-term pain and healing pathways. Learn practical steps from Dr. Potter for trauma-informed care and recovery. Read more: https://shorturl.at/WFM1n

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03/17/2026

Feeling off-balance? Learn how effective hormone balance therapies can help women reclaim energy, mood, and overall wellness. Read Dr. Eric Potter's latest blog and find a path that fits your life. https://shorturl.at/LxZnh

03/17/2026

If your breakfast isn’t keeping you full… it’s probably missing this 👇

PROTEIN.

These high-protein breakfast ideas are quick, satisfying, and actually keep you going all morning 🙌

No more 10am crashes. No more constant snacking. Just steady energy and feeling GOOD.

Starting your day with enough protein can support blood sugar balance, reduce cravings, and help you feel more focused throughout the day.

Want personalized guidance on what your body needs? Learn more from our Dietitian Nutritionist, Stacie, on our website → https://shorturl.at/AcwKQ

Save this for your next grocery run + let us know which one you’re trying first 👇

03/14/2026

Myth ... Sometimes it isn't an infection driving the inflammation, but toxins or mast cell activation. In those cases, the child may not need IVIG, plasmapheresis, or steroids.

03/14/2026

Good morning,
Behind the curtain of Sanctuary, our team spends a lot of time operating, not in an OR, but on the business side of running a private clinic. Over 12 years ago, I left Big Medicine so I could care for the patient in front of me rather than the CEO telling me how to practice medicine. This article by KevinMD explains why keeping medical providers separate from hospitals is better for everyone. The summary... Independent physicians provide better care, at a better price, more efficiently, with less burnout. Get behind your providers who left the system unless you want the system to determine your future health in the way they deem best.

When a hospital buys a doctor's office, the patient is usually the one who pays the price.

Over the last 20 years, hospital systems have been acquiring independent practices at record rates. They promised better coordination and lower costs. Instead, we got "facility fees," increased red tape, and physician burnout.

Dr. David Wild breaks down the 6 reasons why ownership is NOT the same as collaboration. It is time to put clinical judgment back in the driver's seat.

Read the full article: Link is in the first comment!

03/14/2026

All things are poison, and nothing is without poison;
the dosage alone makes it, so a thing is not a poison.
Paracelsus, 1538

03/13/2026

Why the “Specialist Loop” Keeps People Stuck. Many people with chronic symptoms end up seeing multiple specialists...one for thyroid, another for gut issues, another for fatigue...yet still never feel like themselves again.

In this video, Erin, one of our functional wellness providers at Sanctuary Functional Medicine, explains why. The body’s systems are deeply connected, and treating symptoms one at a time often misses the bigger picture.

At Sanctuary, we take a whole-body approach by looking at hormones, gut health, metabolism, inflammation, stress, and lifestyle together.

Healing isn’t a straight line, but when you address the full picture, real progress becomes possible.

▶️ Watch Erin explain why a whole-system approach can make all the difference. Learn more about our functional wellness program. https://shorturl.at/s9g4i

03/11/2026

Fiber Does More Than You Think. Most people know they should eat more fiber—but few realize there are different types of fiber, and each one plays a unique role in your health.

In this video, Stacie, our registered dietitian nutritionist at Sanctuary Functional Medicine, explains how soluble and insoluble fiber support your body in different ways. From feeding your microbiome to helping regulate blood sugar, hormones, and even detoxification, fiber impacts far more than just digestion.

Foods like oats, berries, chia seeds, leafy greens, and apples can all help you reach the 25–35 grams of fiber most adults need each day.

The people who get this right often notice improvements in energy, digestion, and overall wellness.

▶️ Watch Stacie break down why fiber may be one of the most important nutrients for your health. Learn more about how Stacie at Sanctuary can help with your nutrition questions! https://shorturl.at/fN46c

03/10/2026

Why Faith, Hope, and Community Matter in the Healing Process. At Sanctuary Functional Medicine, we believe true healing goes beyond lab results and treatment plans. In this video, Dr. Eric Potter shares why spiritual and emotional health can play a powerful role in the healing process.

Over the years, Dr. Potter has seen patients with similar diagnoses follow the same protocols—but heal at very different rates. Often, the difference comes down to hope, purpose, community, and faith.

Chronic illness can take a toll not just on the body, but on a person’s identity, relationships, and sense of connection. When patients feel supported emotionally, relationally, and spiritually, their resilience grows—and healing becomes possible in deeper ways.

At Sanctuary, we believe the best outcomes happen when we treat the whole person, not just the diagnosis.

▶️ Watch Dr. Potter explain why spiritual health is an important part of the healing journey.